BKT launched m.bkt-tires.com, a mobile website offering improved content research and browsing. The content is presented in an optimal layout for smartphones and tablets and enhances the users’ browsing experience making it even more captivating and intuitive, according to the company.
Read MoreMonth: November 2016
Mining Deaths Drop to Historic Lows
According to the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), mining deaths dropped to historic lows in FY 2016. From Oct. 1, 2015, to Sept. 30, 2016, 24 deaths – a record low – occurred at the more than 13,000 mines nationwide, the lowest total since 34 in FY 2013. By contrast, in FY 2015, there were 38 mining deaths.
Read MoreFIRST LOOK – NOVEMBER 2016
TOP NEWS Eagle Flies High Eagle Materials Inc. reported Concrete and Aggregates division revenues for the second quarter of $38.8 million, an increase of 7 percent. Second quarter operating earnings were $4.8 million, a 25 percent improvement from the same quarter a year ago, reflecting improved aggregates sales volumes and improved concrete and aggregates sales prices. Polaris Turns Up the…
Read MoreJCB Expands North American Dealer Network with AgPro
Hettinger, N.D.-based AgPro Equipment Services, Inc. recently joined JCB’s North American dealer network as AgPro JCB. The dealership now offers JCB’s award-winning agricultural equipment, including unique high-speed Fastracs, industry-leading telehandlers, and innovative skid steers and compact track loaders that feature side-entry doors and a patented, single-arm PowerBoom. In addition to a full line of diverse agricultural equipment, AgPro Equipment features…
Read MoreHousing Recovery Continues at Modest Pace
Markets in 162 of the approximately 340 metro areas nationwide returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity in the third quarter of 2016, according to the National Association of Home Builders/First American Leading Markets Index (LMI). This represents a year-over-year net gain of 73 markets.
Read MoreHardox Wearparts Launches Duroxite Overlay Technology
Hardox Wearparts now provides a holistic wear offering for end users. Duroxite overlay was introduced at this year’s MINExpo show. Offering both the industry-leading Hardox wear plate and now Duroxite overlay products, Hardox Wearparts can provide the best wear solution for their customers’ environment and applications, according to the company. The Duroxite overlay is comprised of abrasion resistant materials deposited…
Read MoreHave a Blast With Help from Rock Products
Nov. 11, 2016 – Academy Blasting is offering its popular “Mechanics of Rock Blasting” course to Rock Products’ readers at a special 10 percent discount. Getting the discount is easy. First, create an Account on AcademyBlasting.com. Go to the Courses tab and select Mechanics of Rock Blasting. Add this course to your cart and proceed to check-out. Enter the code “RockProducts”…
Read MoreAggregate Industries Products Central to Sustainable Construction Project
Aggregate Industries US made a huge contribution to the new MGM National Harbor project on the eastern shore of the Potomac River, just south of Washington, D.C. The 1 million-sq.-ft. facility – which will feature gaming, lodging, entertaining, dining, retail and parking space – is a showcase for sustainability.
Read MoreConstruction Materials Stocks Booming
Shares of construction-materials companies powered higher in the days after the presidential election, with some climbing the ladder to all-time highs, amid expectations that a Donald Trump presidency will line the pockets of road and bridge fixers and the potential builders of his border wall.
Read MoreRecord Number of State and Local Ballot Measures Approved
Preliminary November 8 election results show voters in 22 states approved ballot measures that will provide $201 billion in funding extensions and new revenue for state and local transportation projects.
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